Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced

Fourche Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Schnairedales are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

Airedale Terrier and Schnauzer

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

Black
Gray
Fawn

Fourche Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Schnairedales have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Fourche Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Schnairedale can have a litter of 7-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Fourche Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Schnairedales are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Schnairedales are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Pancreatitis

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Cataracts
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities
Heart Problems
Portosystemic Shunt

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye examination
Complete Physical Examination
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Fourche Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Schnairedale has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Fourche Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Schnairedales are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Fetch, Walk, Long walk, Pool, Long walks, Walking, Brushing, Belly rub, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Walk

Fourche Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Schnairedales are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Fourche Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schnairedale, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Fourche Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Schnairedales usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Fourche Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Schnairedale should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Schnairedale is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Schnairedale is between $73 - $84. This makes an average of $876 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Fourche Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Schnairedales are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Fourche Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Schnairedales are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Fourche Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Schnairedales are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Fourche Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Schnairedales are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Fourche Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Schnairedales are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Fourche Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Schnairedale is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.